Important – Please Read Before Bidding For a smooth and secure transaction, please carefully review the following information before placing a bid. ⸻ ● Import Taxes & Customs Duties All customs duties, import taxes, and customs clearance fees are the responsibility of the buyer. VAT paid on Catawiki is separate from local customs duties and import taxes. Please check with your local customs office in advance. ⸻ ■ Shipping & Packaging All items are shipped from Japan via Japan Post EMS (insured). If EMS is not available for your country, a private international courier will be used instead. Items are carefully packed to withstand long-distance international shipping. ⸻ □ Tax Code Requirement (EU and certain regions) After purchase, buyers may be required to provide a tax code (such as VAT number, fiscal code, etc.). Failure to provide the required tax code may result in customs delays or return of the parcel. ⸻ ◆ Damage & Shipping Issues If the item arrives damaged, please contact your local post office and Catawiki Support within 3 days of delivery. Before leaving feedback, please contact us first so we can assist you appropriately. ⸻ (Shipping to the United States) Currently, EMS shipping to the United States is suspended. A private international courier will be used instead. Please note that items containing batteries or bladed tools may not be eligible for shipment. ⸻ All items are shipped from Japan. A set of antique Japanese metal baking molds. This lot includes molds featuring traditional Japanese auspicious motifs such as lobster (ebi), turtle, fan, pine, and bird, forming an attractive and symbolic collection. These molds were mainly used in Japanese confectionery shops during the Showa period to shape wagashi and baked sweets. The primary material is aluminum alloy, offering both solid weight and practical usability. Due to long-term use and age, there is visible wear, discoloration, and oxidation on the surface. These are appreciated as part of the character and charm of antique items. Today, these molds are valued not only as functional tools but also as decorative objects, reflecting Japanese retro culture and folk aesthetics. As a multi-piece set with a unified theme, this lot also has strong collectible appeal. [Features] - Antique Japanese metal baking molds - Auspicious motifs: lobster, turtle, fan, pine, bird - Showa period kitchen tools - Made of aluminum (non-magnetic) - Suitable for both practical use and display [Condition] Signs of age such as wear, scratches, discoloration, and oxidation are present. Please refer to the photos for details. [Shipping] Carefully packed and shipped from Japan. Please refer to the photos for size details. Please note: Due to international shipping restrictions, used metal items and tools cannot be shipped to certain countries, including Slovakia, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Bulgaria. If shipping is not possible, the order may be cancelled and refunded in accordance with Catawiki policies. Thank you for your understanding.